Plan Your Visit

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Visitors explore the swamp with a ranger on the Kirby Storter Boardwalk

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Welcome to Big Cypress National Preserve!

Big Cypress National Preserve is an expansive part of the natural and protected lands in South Florida. With 729,000 acres of hardwood hammocks, pinelands, prairies, cypress swamps, and mangroves to explore, planning is a must and this website is a great place to start! See you soon!

What Can I Do?

Plan on spending at least a few hours in the national preserve, exploring scenic drives, picnic areas, and several of the viewpoints and boardwalks. If time permits, consider attending a ranger-guided activity. Discovery hikes, astronomy nights, and wildlife programs are some of the ways you can experience the Preserve up close and personally. Check at visitor centers for more information.

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    Last updated: August 12, 2025

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    Contact Info

    Mailing Address:

    33100 Tamiami Trail East
    Ochopee, FL 34141

    Phone:

    239 695-2000

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